How to Solve Dog Skin Odor

How to Solve Dog Skin Odor. A smelly dog is never a pleasant thing. And a bad smell is not always an issue of grooming. Your dog may have a run in with a skunk, which can leave an odor that's exceedingly difficult to get rid of. Fortunately, there are home remedies to solve dog skin odor, though is best to seek the help of a veterinarian to rule out any serious illness. While many dogs don't exactly smell terrific, a dog with particularly ripe smelling skin may have a health issue.

Things Needed

• Dog shampoo
• 1 qt. hydrogen peroxide
• Liquid soap
• 1 cup baking soda
• Towel

Step 1

Give the dog a standard bath, using your regular pet shampoo.

Step 2

Mix together one qt. hydrogen peroxide, a small amount of liquid soap and one cup of baking soda. This is an ideal way to solve dog skin odor if the dog was sprayed by a skunk. It also works for general dog skin odor.

Step 3

Rinse the dog with the mixture. Make sure that it hits the spots that are especially smelly. Rinse again with warm water. Towel dry.

Step 4

Take the dog to a veterinarian. As the origin of the dog skin odor might be an infection, it is best to have the dog examined. The doctor may prescribe antibiotics or a specific wash for the skin.

Warnings

• Be extremely careful not to get the mixture in the dog's eyes. If that happens, take the dog to a veterinarian right away.

References

• Vet Info: Odor Problems
• Dog Health Guide: Cure Dog Dry Skin